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Katie Brackstone/Skedgell

Katie Brackstone/Skedgell

Newcastle Emlyn,Carmarthenshire

Summary

I am a compassionate individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills. My patients well being is key and I strive to ensure the best possible outcome for them using my knowledge, history taking and diagnostic skills. I enjoy working as part of a team ensuring the best possible care for our patients and clients. I enjoy learning and enveloping new skills and would particularly like to advance in feline medicine and soft tissue surgery.

I have always had a love of animals having grown up on and around my grandmothers smallholding. I presently keep my own flock of pedigree Shropshire sheep which I find really rewarding.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work history

Veterinary surgeon

Castle House Vets
Newcastle Emlyn
2017.05 - Current
  • Utilised modern diagnostic tools for accurate identification of medical conditions in animals
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care
  • Demonstrated adaptability whilst handling diverse caseloads in a busy practice setting.
  • Worked well with veterinary nurses for smooth practice operations.
  • Showed excellent communication skills when discussing diagnoses and treatment options with clients, ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients

I have enjoyed my time at Castle House but management focus has become poor of late and I feel it is now impacting on my ability to develop my skills. I therefore believe now is the right time to make a change and look to further my career in a new environment.

Veterinary surgeon

Animal Doctors
Swansea
2014.05 - 2017.05

I worked here as part of a growing team within what was then a relatively new practice. During this time I helped to train a new graduate who had only just started her veterinary career and we are still great friends to this day. After three years I decided I would like to be closer to home and family so relocated to Newcastle Emlyn.

Veterinary surgeon

Carmarthen Veterinary Centre
Carmarthen
2011.10 - 2014.05

After graduation I started work at CVC having spent many weeks there during vet school. Being part of a large team, communication and team work were key. Initially seeing mixed practice, after two years I made the decision to focus primarily on small animals as I preferred the diversity of the role. Working within a large hospital environment, developing strong team relations were key.

Education

Bachelor of Veterinary Science -

University of Bristol

A-Levels -

Queen Elizabeth High School
Carmarthen

Skills

  • Compassionate demeanour to clients, patients and staff
  • Good communication skills Communication is vital in our role as veterinary surgeons both with clients and team members to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients
  • Competent with routine small animal consultations and surgeries including dentals
  • Adaptability to situations
  • Work well in a team but can also work alone if required

Timeline

Veterinary surgeon

Castle House Vets
2017.05 - Current

Veterinary surgeon

Animal Doctors
2014.05 - 2017.05

Veterinary surgeon

Carmarthen Veterinary Centre
2011.10 - 2014.05

Bachelor of Veterinary Science -

University of Bristol

A-Levels -

Queen Elizabeth High School
Katie Brackstone/Skedgell